There is a specific kind of corporate hypocrisy that damages trust fast. It sounds like this: “Can we discuss this?” “Would love to hear your thoughts.” “Let’s collect opinions from the team.” But the decision has already been made. Not influenced. Not shaped. Made. And people can feel it. They sit in the room knowing the conversation is not real. They are invited to react, not contribute. They are asked for input, but only after the outcome is already protected. That is not collaboration. That is reputation management. And it creates a very predictable problem. If you already decided for people, do not be surprised when they do not commit like owners. Because ownership requires influence.
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